Samsung SCD55 Digital Camcorder

Samsung's SCD55 is a perfect package for the person that wants to dip their toes into the digital video world. Sporting a 22x optical zoom lens with digital image stabilization, the SCD55 also features backlight compensation to prevent those nasty, dark silhouettes common in outdoor settings. A 2.5-inch color LCD screen rotates 210 degrees, allowing you to shoot from a variety of angles that might normally be difficult to set up.

The guts of the SCD55 include a four-mode autoexposure for shooting in just about any situation. Additionally, you also get six built-in digital effects for adding a little flair to your movie. With the 1-lux minimum illumination you'll be able to shoot in a number of low-light conditions without losing video quality. Included in the package are a lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, AC cord, A/V cable, and two AA batteries.